Ikebukuro Satellite Clinic
Ikebukuro Satellite Clinic is a dermatology clinic on the fifth floor of the Notoya Building in West Ikebukuro — straightforward to find if you know to look up. It operates under the Yoboukai medical corporation, which has a prevention-focused philosophy across its clinics.
The website has some English content, which is a decent sign, but don’t assume you’ll walk in and have a fluent English conversation at the front desk. Reality is probably a mix of basic English, gestures, and Google Translate filling the gaps. Come prepared: write down your symptoms beforehand, have photos of any skin issues ready, and bring your insurance card.
For expats in the Ikebukuro, Toshima, or Nerima areas dealing with skin stuff — rashes, acne, eczema, mystery bumps — this is a geographically convenient option. Ikebukuro is a major hub, so getting here is easy from most of northwest Tokyo. Just go in with realistic expectations about the language situation and you’ll probably be fine.
Patient Feedback
No large volume of English-language patient reviews exists for this clinic, so take this with appropriate skepticism. As a Yoboukai-affiliated clinic, it likely follows the group’s organized, efficient approach. Dermatology appointments in Japan tend to run short — don’t expect a 20-minute chat. Doctors here are probably thorough on diagnosis but concise. Wait times at Ikebukuro-area clinics can vary; booking ahead is smarter than walking in and hoping.
English Language Proficiency
For translating forms, prescriptions, or discharge summaries, Jozu is worth having on your phone.
Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
http://www.yoboukai-ikebukurosatellite.jp
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東京都豊島区西池袋１－１９－７ のとやビル５Ｆ
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Ikebukuro Station (Marunouchi Line) — 3 min walk
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